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CA08 PWU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

117,604 mi
Last recorded117,604 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 PWU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 117,604 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 114,210 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2025 114,210 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 110,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 106,292 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Mar 2023 106,276 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 101,650 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Mar 2021 94,063 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 94,063 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 84,289 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 76,819 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 67,265 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear both bump stops broken

Rear both rear tyres worn lumpy

Pass 5 Jul 2016 59,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre cut to cords in tread

Rear both sides bump stops deteriorated

Rear tyres worn lumpy

Pass 8 Jul 2015 50,508 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 42,584 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 36,310 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 30,838 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 30,838 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 23,782 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?

Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,230
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
342,511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 119,614
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,702
Stop lamp not working 50,601
position lamp(s) not working 45,153
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43,548
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CA08 PWU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 67,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 119,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA08 PWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA08 PWU registered?

CA08 PWU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is CA08 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 PWU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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